What is a keyhole mastectomy?

The keyhole or periareolar mastectomy is best for those with small breasts with limited or no overhang.

During this surgery the breast is removed through a small incision at the bottom of the areola. The nipple itself is left intact.

To allow the skin to contour to the chest, drains are inserted and brought out under each arm to collect any fluid that may want to accumulate under the empty skin. The drains maybe left in anywhere from two days to a week. During this time you may shower as usual. We recommend using a lanyard to hold the drains during your shower.

A surgical binder and dressings are applied. These may be changed periodically or adjusted for comfort. In three weeks you will be binder...

What is a keyhole mastectomy?

The keyhole or periareolar mastectomy is best for those with small breasts with limited or no overhang.

During this surgery the breast is removed through a small incision at the bottom of the areola. The nipple itself is left intact.

To allow the skin to contour to the chest, drains are inserted and brought out under each arm to collect any fluid that may want to accumulate under the empty skin. The drains maybe left in anywhere from two days to a week. During this time you may shower as usual. We recommend using a lanyard to hold the drains during your shower.

A surgical binder and dressings are applied. These may be changed periodically or adjusted for comfort. In three weeks you will be binder...